Taib Mahmud is a Malaysian politician who served as the Chief Minister of Sarawak from 1981 to 2014. He is a member of the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) and has played a significant role in the state's political landscape for decades. His leadership focused on economic development and infrastructure projects in Sarawak. Born on September 21, 1935, Taib Mahmud has been involved in politics since the 1960s. He held various positions, including Minister of Finance and Minister of Planning and Resource Management. His tenure was marked by both economic growth and controversies related to environmental issues and governance.